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3.5.1. Rural Development
♤ The rural landscape has been transforming with a clear distinction between rural and urban areas disappearing. This has resulted into more integrated economy.
♤ Job creation, however, has not kept pace with the shift from agriculture towards non-farm sectors. Other challenges facing rural areas include low literacy levels, inadequate access to health, drinking water and sanitation as well as insufficient linkages with and use of formal financial institutions.